Group 5 - Rotonda to Maceda

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Mapua Institute of Technology

School of Architecture, Industrial Design, and the Built Environment

Research on España BoulevardRotonda to Maceda St.

AR178P – Urban Design Studio

Submitted by:

Guevarra, Jose Miguel Salon, Jhackilyn

Hernandez, Mark Jayson Seculles, France Marie

Loreña, Martin

Submitted to:

Arch. Sheila V. Elardo



I.

Background of the Study

España Boulevard is the main thoroughfare of Sampaloc district, Manila and the

extreme western section of Quezon City. It is an 8-lane divided arterial road separated by

islands. España's name is taken after the Spanish name of Spain, the Philippines' colonial power

for 333 years. True to its name, several Spanish names abound the street.

España Boulevard houses various establishments that caters to the needs of the city of

Manila. It is the major road connecting Quezon City (QC) and Manila. The boulevard starts from

Rotonda, which is the boundary of QC, and ends at Morayta, which leads to Quezon Boulevard.

The notable establishments and infrastructures along the road are the Philippine Long Distance

Telephone Company (PLDT), Meralco, España Station of the Philippine National Railways (PNR),

Trabajo Market, Ramon Magsaysay High School, University of Santo Tomas (UST), Far Eastern

University (FEU), Philippine Regulatory Commission (PRC).

II.

Statement of the Problem

España Boulevard is notoriously known for its heavy traffic, air pollution, and criminal

activities which makes it an unsafe area for pedestrians traversing the road. The main problem

for pedestrians are the public vehicles, especially jeepneys, which recklessly drives along the

boulevard. This problem is due to the inefficiency of public vehicle stops. Waiting sheds are

provided along the sidewalks but due to its limited quantity, many pedestrians opt to wait

anywhere at the sidewalks.

The composition of the area, mainly the sidewalks, are not frequently maintained and as

such became damaged due to the daily use of pedestrians and motorists. Two wheeled vehicles

occasionally use the sidewalk as a path because of the traffic occurring at the road.

III.

Definition of Terms

Boulevard – a wide city road having trees and foliage at the center or side

Establishment - public or private structures, building or equipments

Infrastructure – the basic equipment and structures that are needed for a country,

region, or organization to function properly

Jeepney – public utility vehicle present in the Philippines

Pedestrian – people walking along the road

Pedestrianization – designed according to the needs of the pedestrians

Sidewalk – pathway for people at the side of the road

Waiting Shed –

small structure for waiting public vehicles Walkability – designed to accommodate walking as means of traversing



IV.

Objectives of the Study

To identify the common occurrences of problems within the stretch of the

designated area

To classify the various urban design elements and their situation

To produce data that is essential in correcting the different faults of the urban

design of the area

To establish the proper ideas in solving the aforementioned problems

To provide recommendations for improving the current state of the area

V.

Scope and Limitation

The scope of the study is the standards of the elements of urban design, its physical

feature, circulation of pedestrian and vehicles, pedestrian safety, and accessibility. The research

is limited to the stretch of España Boulevard from Rotonda to Maceda Street.

VI.

Research Methodology

The proponents formulated a checklist as guidelines in preparation for the ocular visit of

the designated area. The study will use observational method in attaining the data needed to

provide solutions and recommendations to achieve a pedestrian-safe and walkable community.

The proponents will use different urban design principles and planning policies to design the

improvement of the vicinity.

VII.

Research Framework

VIII.

Study Area

The focus of the research is walkability as a collective reality. This underscores the idea

of pedestrianization which understands how walkable a community is. The factors such as

accessibility, pleasurability, perceived safety from traffic and perceived safety from crime are

considered. These factors will be observed in the vicinity along España Boulevard – Rotonda to

Maceda Street.

Identification ofProblems

Preparation ofChecklist

Walk-Audit andOcular Inspection

Analysis of Data

Synthesis ofDesign Strategies

and Solutions



IX.

Existing Laws & Policies

The proponents used the following laws & policies as guidelines in the redevelopment of

the España Boulevard – Rotonda to Maceda St. stretch.

RA 4136 – Land Transportation & Traffic Rules

House Bill 4850 – Pedestrian Safety Guidelines

Senate Bill 1195 – Ensure Pedestrian Safety & Convenience

House Bill 315 – Transportation Policy Act of the Philippines

BP 344 – Accessibility Law

X.

Findings

The researchers have found the following problems that occurs at the area:

Public vehicles stop at intersections to pick up passengers even during the traffic on go signal

Sidewalk vendors populate some parts of the sidewalk which causes congestion

Jeepney and UV Express stopping for passengers



Manholes are unsafe and obsolete due to wear and tear of the concrete covering, some of

which has

no warning

signs for the equipment used in cleaning the sewer

Manhole Covers Sewer Declogging Equipment

The ramps do not conform to the standard due to the constant raising of the road

Sidewalk Vendor



Accessibility Ramp

Not all drainage have grilles for separating

liquid and solid



Storm Drain with Grilles Storm Drain without Grilles

Footbridge

Steps are not covered for women's dignity Electrical Wires are within reach of the users at the footbridge

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